Honors Program Application Spring 2026

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Application

Yavapai College Honors

Yavapai College Honors, provides students with a GPA of 3.25 or greater a chance for financial support, academic excellence and leadership opportunities with the support of dedicated faculty.

Program highlights include access to merit-based scholarships (1 class - up to $375 per semester), mentorship, career workshops, cultural and travel opportunities, access to research projects, group fellowship, service, leadership and honors designation at graduation.

Program requirements:

Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 throughout their enrollment in the honors program.
Students must enroll in and complete at least one honors-designated course per semester.
Students enrolled in 6 or more credits are eligible for a scholarship that covers the cost of one 3 credit class.
Students will participate in 2 honors activities each semester.
Students are required to attend and actively participate in all mandatory honors workshops organized by the honors program.

Important Dates:

Priority Application Deadline: November 21, 2025
Spring Application Deadline: December 19, 2025
Program Start Date: January 20, 2026
REQUIRED HONORS ORIENTATION: January 14, 2026

To be part of this exceptional program, please complete the application below.

For more information on Yavapai College Honors visit www.yc.edu/honors or contact Denise Woolsey (Denise.Woolsey@yc.edu)

Applicant Information:

Today's Date:

Student First Name:

Student Last Name:

Personal Email:

YC Email:

If applicable

Date of Birth

Student Y#:

If currently a YC Student

Cell Number:

I consent to receive text messages at the above number

Yes

I consent to receive email from YC Honors (Honors@YC)

Yes

I would like more information on YC Honors

Yes

Street Mailing Address

City

State

Zip

Academic Information

Current School:

*Enter "none" if you are not currently attending a high school or college.

High School GPA (if applicable):

College GPA (if applicable):

If you are dual enrolled, enter both your HS and YC GPA

Intended Program of Study (Degree or Certificate you are seeking).
See www.yc.edu/aos for a degree list.

When do you anticipate completing your Yavapai College Degree?

Which YC campus will you primarily attend classes beginning in Spring 2026?

* Note: Honors Courses are currently scheduled as on campus sections only.

Do you have a current YC academic advisor assigned to you? If so, please list their name:

(your assigned advisor can be found by checking the Your Advisor lin on the left hand side of your myYC portal)

Honors Information:

Have you participated in any honors, advanced placement programs, or other co-curricular or extracurricular activities? Please provide details below.

What interests you in becoming a member of the YC Honors College? Please elaborate below.

Are you a member of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)?

(PTK Membership is not required for application acceptance.)

Are you interested in any of the following opportunities? (Please check all that apply.)

Independent research is a self-directed investigation where a student explores a specific topic or question, often resulting in original findings or contributions to a field of study.

Leadership development is the process of enhancing an individual's abilities to lead effectively, encompassing skills such as communication, decision-making, and team management.

Community service is the voluntary work honor students perform to benefit the local communities or our YC campus, fostering a sense of connection and support.

Conference travel involves attending professional conferences where students can network, share research, and gain insights in their field.

Experiential learning is an educational approach that emphasizes learning through direct experience. It allows students to engage with real-world situations and reflect on their actions to enhance their understanding and skills.

Career development is the ongoing process for students to manage their transfer and/or career path. It encompasses skill enhancement, goal setting, and professional growth.

The opportunity for students to engage in diverse cultural experiences, traditions, and practices to help foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of different perspectives and ways of life.

Please upload your unofficial high school or college transcripts

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I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and commit to the program requirements.

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